Course costs
Course tuition fees vary, depending on the course you are studying and whether you are a home or international student. To find out how much your course costs, visit your chosen course page – the tuition fee is shown on the top information bar.
Student loans
If you’re starting a Master’s or PhD course, you may be entitled to a government-backed postgraduate loan from the Student Loans Company. If you’ve lived in England for at least three years prior to starting your course, and are under 60 years of age, you could benefit from the postgraduate loan of up to £12,167 for a Master’s course, and up to £28,673 from August 2023 for a PhD. There’s no need to start making repayments until you’re earning £21,000 or more. For more information see the government’s website.
Scholarships and bursaries
We offer financial support in the form of scholarships and bursaries, from tuition fee discounts to subject-specific cash scholarships to support your learning.
Student Financial Guidance
If you want to talk to someone confidentially about how to finance your postgraduate study, you can contact our Student Financial Guidance team. They offer services such as guidance on available loans, grants, bursaries and scholarships; help with applying for funding support; and offer information on the student support system.
Support
We provide a range of services that you may need while you study. From the Disability Support team to our childcare service, we want to ensure you feel supported to reach your potential during your postgraduate journey. Learn more about our student support services.
Open Days
Join us at our next Postgraduate Open Day to see our excellent facilities, meet staff and current students and discover what postgraduate study at Sunderland could mean for you.
We also offer you to chance to book one of our regular campus tours, delivered by our Student Ambassadors or a member of our friendly student recruitment team.
If you can’t make it on campus, personalise your own Virtual Experience and explore the University from the comfort of your own home.